Pan-African tourism, hospitality leaders convene in Limpopo to drive intra-African travel, investment

As the 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) and Investment Roundtable gears up for the 2026 instalment, Pan-African tourism stakeholders and hospitality industry leaders are set to convene in Limpopo to drive intra-African travel, investment.

Hosted by the Limpopo Provincial Government through the Limpopo Tourism Agency in partnership with Africa Tourism Partners (ATP), the three-day event will take place from September 2-4, 2026 at the Meropa Casino and Entertainment World in Polokwane City, South Africa.

Under the theme of ‘Africa Connects™’, ATLF 2026 will bring together top-tier travel professionals, African Ministers, destination marketers, and investors from across the continent. The forum serves as a critical catalyst for accelerating intra-African trade, tackling restrictive travel connectivity barriers, and unlocking hospitality-led investments through Special Economic Zones (SEZs).

Attendees will benefit from an extensive program featuring: The Africa MICE and grading masterclass, transformational entrepreneurship and B2B networking sessions, The Africa Tourism Leadership Awards celebrating community impact and innovation, action-oriented deal rooms and policy dialogues designed to shape the future of Africa. “The Polokwane edition is a prime opportunity for industry leaders to drive the ‘Destination Africa’ narrative forward,” organisers stated. “We invite all stakeholders, from emerging youth champions to established corporate executives, to join us in unlocking the economic potential of our continent.”

They also disclosed that discounted travel rates for attendees are available via South African Airways and Kenya Airways, the official airline partners. Lead accommodation partners include Meropa Casino and Entertainment World, Park Inn by Radisson, and Garden Court. As well, they offer discounted accommodation rates for all ATLF delegates and exhibitors. To secure discounted accommodation, intending participants are to visit https://www.tourismleadershipforum.africa/accomodation/, and to secure a seat, view the full programme, or register online, visit the Africa Tourism Leadership Forum Registration Portal.